The London School of Economics (LSE) International Development Review (IDR) has announced the appointment of Anna Mae Yu Lamentillo as its new Editor-in-Chief. 

“I invite academics, scholars, and students from all 195 countries to submit their work, especially on issues like indigenous rights, climate transition, and conflict,” Lamentillo said.

Lamentillo, currently pursuing an MSc in Cities at LSE, brings significant expertise to the role, having built a distinguished career in governance, infrastructure, and sustainable development. She succeeds Hannah Pimentel, who was instrumental in establishing the journal as a leading platform for contributions to international development discourse.

The LSE International Development Review, produced by the LSESU International Development Society, is a highly regarded journal that covers a wide array of topics including politics, human development, migration, global health, and environmental issues. Lamentillo, alongside Associate Editors Caitlin Rieuwers and Imane Belrhiti, aims to steer the journal towards deeper engagement with critical issues that impact global development.

“I am honored to take on this role at a time when the world is facing complex challenges,” Lamentillo said. “The journal will focus on bringing diverse voices to the forefront, particularly on topics like indigenous rights, the climate transition, and the effects of war. These are key issues that need urgent attention and innovative solutions.”

Lamentillo also highlighted the importance of the journal in providing a space for students and scholars from around the world to share their research and ideas. "We want to foster a global dialogue where individuals from all backgrounds can contribute to reshaping development policies and strategies for a more equitable future."

With Lamentillo’s leadership, the LSE International Development Review is expected to continue pushing boundaries and shaping discussions on the most pressing issues in international development, cementing its reputation as a hub for cutting-edge research and thought leadership.

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